The Earth never ceases to amaze us. The intricate geographies, diverse climatic conditions, and the natural peculiarities of the corners of the world make us wonder and seek an explanation. From hell to the heavens across the globe, the mysterious places that follow are just as surprising. So sit back and be astounded by these 11 mysterious places around the world.

1. Door To Hell, Turkmenistan

Image SourceIt is natural gas field that collapsed in 1971. To contain the spread of the Methane gas, geologists set it on fire and it has been continuously burning ever since.

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3. Richat Structure, Mauritania

Image SourceInitially thought as a meteorite impact structure, it is now thought to be merely an uplift laid bare due to erosion. Though, no conclusive studies exist.

4. Eternal Flame Falls, Orchard Park, New York

Image SourceThe small cave at the base of the waterfall emits natural gas that can be lit to produce a small flame and extinguished easily. Once lit, the flame can go on up to one year, unless extinguished by force.

5. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Image SourceThe world’s largest salt flat was formed when a prehistoric lake went dry. A thin film of water gathers on the salt surface and gives the mirror-like reflecting surface.

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